Abakar B

Hi, I am Chadian Wikimedian

Co-founder and Secretary General, Wikimedians of Tchad User Group

About me

I consider myself a committed digital activist, Wikimedia contributor, and community leader from Chad. I am passionate about knowledge sharing, open access, and the representation of African content on global platforms such as Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons, and Wiktionary.

A Wikimedian since 2018, I began my career playing a key role in promoting open knowledge in French-speaking Africa, focusing specifically on the culture, history, and local realities of Chad. I have organized and facilitated numerous editing workshops and community campaigns, such as Wiki Loves Africa, Wiki Loves Folklore, Francophone Contribution Month, Wiki Kouman, and AfroCreatives WikiProject.

In addition to my editing and training activities, I work to mobilize youth, promote digital inclusion, and combat misinformation through verified and reliable content. My commitment also extends to building local capacity by helping new contributors understand and respect Wikipedia's core values, such as neutrality, verifiability, and collaborative editing.

I believe in the power of open knowledge to empower communities and continue to be a strong voice in the African Wikimedia movement, striving to bridge the digital content gap and amplify underrepresented voices.